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Further Talks to Resolve Drumcree Stand-Off to Be Held
Talks are continuing after the Parades Commission allowed a limited march for the first time in nearly 30 years.
- On Wednesday, the Drumcree stand-off entered its third day as negotiations continued to resolve the contentious parading dispute, with Orange Order members remaining at Drumcree Church while nationalist residents maintain their blockade of the Garvaghy Road in Portadown.
- The Parades Commission reversed its long-running determination on Friday, granting permission for a limited parade down the Garvaghy Road for the first time in almost 30 years, reigniting tensions associated with the Troubles.
- A High Court ruling upheld the permission in an "unprecedented" late-night sitting, while Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson said the PSNI's approach avoids using force to move protesters, as it risked people getting "seriously hurt."
- Disorder spread to Derry, where petrol bombs were thrown at police on Monday and Tuesday, and First Minister Michelle O'Neill faced criticism after participating in an unnotified protest, with the Stormont Speaker alleging "gross contempt."
- Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant is facilitating discussions, though a solution remains elusive, as Garvaghy Road residents are seeking an international mediator with no connections to the British or Irish governments to resolve the impasse.
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Police are ‘exploring a range of tactical options to safely bring this matter to a conclusion’ says top officer overseeing Drumcree stand-off in Portadown
A ‘significant public safety operation’ remains in place says the PSNI as it continues to try and ‘balance the rights of all parties’ as the Drumcree stand-off continues into Day 3.
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Drumcree stalemate enters third day with further talks expected
Orange Order members remain at Drumcree Church in Portadown.
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